KeNHA announces the reopening of the Athi River-Namanga Road following a temporary closure due to flooding at Kimalat area on Wednesday morning. The floodwaters causing the closure have receded, according to an update from the Kenya National Highways Authority on Wednesday afternoon. ALSO READ: EPRA Orders Shutdown of Flooded Petrol Stations …

Ruto has directed for a minimum wage increase of at least 6%, emphasizing the importance of supporting workers to lead decent lives. He conveyed this during the Labour Day event at Uhuru Gardens in Nairobi, assigning Labour CS Florence Bore to collaborate with the relevant committee to ensure the implementation …

EPRA has issued a directive for flooded petrol stations to cease operations promptly to safeguard public welfare and uphold petroleum product standards. The measure is a response to widespread heavy rainfall and ensuing floods across the nation. Concerns were raised regarding the potential compromise of Petroleum Underground Storage Tank (UST) …

President William Ruto expressed his indifference towards being likened to the biblical figure Zacchaeus, as long as Kenyans fulfill their tax obligations to facilitate the country’s development. During the 59th Labour Day celebrations at Uhuru Gardens, Nairobi, President Ruto emphasized the importance of nation-building through domestic resources rather than relying …

Atwoli, the Secretary General of the Central Organisation of Trade Unions, has expressed his belief that Kalonzo Musyoka, the leader of the Wiper party, is the most suitable candidate to succeed Raila Odinga as the opposition leader. Atwoli emphasized that should Raila assume the position of Chairperson of the African …

A 27-year-old man was swept away by floodwaters while attempting to cross River Thiba in Mwea West, Kirinyaga County. Witnesses reported that he was trying to cross from Ngurubani town to Gakungu village when the strong currents carried him away. The community is urging the government to expedite the construction …

A Kenyan Defense Forces (KDF) soldier was apprehended on Saturday, April 27, 2024, in Rabai, Kilifi County, on accusations of assaulting police officers and aiding a suspect’s escape from custody. The incident unfolded at Bondora Police Post in Rabai Sub County, as per the police report. The soldier allegedly assaulted …

Bumula Member of Parliament Jack Wamboka expressed concerns for his safety following his submission of a motion to impeach Agriculture Cabinet Secretary Mithika Linturi over the fertilizer scandal. Wamboka, who has received threats, urged the Speaker of the National Assembly, Moses Wetangula, to swiftly approve the motion. Stressing the necessity …

Chairman, of Budget and Appropriations Committee, National Assembly Ndindi Nyoro  stated that Kenya’s economy is experiencing consistent growth, with the GDP expanding by over 5.5% last year and expected to surpass 5.7% this year. This growth positions Kenya at the 28th spot among the world’s fastest-growing economies. Nyoro highlighted the …

Garissa is grappling with a shortage of supplies due to flooding that has blocked off key roads, potentially causing a rise in the prices of essential goods. The closure of the Garissa – Madogo highway, prompted by heavy rains, has been officially announced by the Kenya National Highway Authority via …